Looking for great things to check out during your Holiday weekend? We’ve got you covered from ice-skating under the sun to snow days in LA to all of the festive happenings at our local theme parks. This weekend is filled with fun holiday events that keep the spirit going for everyone in the family. Check them out below!
Friday December 27th, 2019
Queen Mary Christmas
LOCATION: Queen Mary (1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90802)
WHEN: 6:00 PM-10:00 PM
TICKETS: HERE
The Queen Mary invites you to embrace the holiday spirit at the Queen Mary Christmas celebration. Begin your adventure at the outdoor North Pole Village, which includes ice skating at the True North Ice Rink, circling a 26-ft Christmas tree. Next, jump aboard the QM Express Train or the Grand Carousel. Don’t miss out on the performers, gingerbread house making, stocking decorating, or a sweet treat as you watch live entertainment on the outdoor stage before climbing aboard the Queen Mary to take in the enchanting festive lights.
Friday December 27th, 2019
Snow Day LA
LOCATION: The Old Lodge at Montecillo De Leo Politi Park (located on Stadium between Scott Road & Academy Road)
WHEN: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (also taking place at the same time on Saturday & Sunday)
TICKETS: HERE
Snow Day LA is a winter wonderland in Elysian Park featuring snow tubing, a captivating new Crystal Winter Garden including 30 plus giant glowing crystals, an interactive light-show where guests control the lights with musical instruments, an animated penguin holiday-themed light path, and even a giant glowing mountain light show! The event also includes food trucks, snacks and hot drinks. Tickets start at $12, with optional Penguin VIP Pass.
Friday December 27th, 2019
HOLIDAY IN THE PARK
LOCATION: Six Flags Magic Mountain (26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91355)
WHEN: 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM (also taking place at the same time on Saturday & Sunday but Sunday ends at 8:00 PM)
TICKETS: HERE
Six Flags Magic Mountain lights up your holidays as the park transforms into a magical winter wonderland. Featuring festive shows, activities, and seasonal treats. Noteworthy experiences you must participate in are the… personalized meet-and-greet with Santa and his helpers, making s’mores in the fire pit, and watching the Winter Wonderland lightshow.
Saturday December 28th, 2019
Experience floats before they debut in the 2020 Rose Parade!
LOCATION: (1001 Rose Bowl Drive Pasadena, CA 91103)
WHEN: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (also taking place at the same time form 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM on Sunday)
TICKETS: HERE
This one’s a local gem. Have you ever wanted to see how those amazing floats come together? Check out the magic of the floats before they make their debut in the 2020 Rose Parade. During the final stages of preparation, you are able to witness a variety of seeds, bark, fruits, vegetables, grass, and (of course) flowers, get applied to the floats. Experience these professionals at work.
Saturday December 28th, 2019
Holiday Ice Rink
LOCATION: Pershing Square (532 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90013)
WHEN: Daily
TICKETS: HERE
You can’t miss out on LA’s most popular holiday tradition! Ice skating is available at the various outdoor locations throughout the city. However, the Pershing Square location is one of the most popular. Take advantage of the Los Angeles winter weather and skate on a sunny afternoon. To really embrace the “winter” in LA, bundle up and enjoy the crisp night air while skating under the stars and lights of the city!
Saturday December 28th, 2019
Experience The Magic of The Holidays in Harry Potter’s World
LOCATION: Universal Studios Hollywood (100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608)
WHEN: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
TICKETS: HERE
See Hogsmeade transformed with festive décor and enchanting spirits! Also, go and experience the magic of the holiday at Hogwarts Castle featuring festive lights and music that were produced specifically for the holidays. This immersive experience includes Holiday Frog Choir and Harry Potter-themed holiday food and gifts. Whether you’re a Harry Potter fan or not, you’ll appreciate the care to detail they put into bringing you into this world at this special time of year.
Sunday December 29th, 2019
Yuletide Cinemaland – Heritage Square Museum
LOCATION: Heritage Square Museum (3800 Homer St, Los Angeles, CA 90031)
WHEN: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Explore picturesque Victorian-era homes at Heritage Square Museum authentically dressed for the holidays, join piano sing-alongs in the Perry Mansion ballroom, sign up for Scrooge’s Victorian Dance Lessons in the old church, and experience the Holiday Light Tunnel. Each event features two outdoor holiday movie screenings in the middle of the historic town square at Heritage Square.
Sunday December 29th, 2019
Enchanted: Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens
LOCATION: 1418 Descanso Dr. La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
WHEN: 5:30 PM and 10:00 PM (also taking place at the same time on Friday and Saturday)
TICKETS: Can only be purchased for members but you can get tickets at the gate.
Enchanted Forest of Light is an original interactive, nighttime experience unlike any other festive lighting show in Los Angeles. The main attraction is a one-mile walk through a unique lighting experience in the Descanso Gardens. There are a variety of large-scale light displays, many of which are interactive, allowing visitors to manipulate the lights and sounds.
Sunday December 29th, 2019
Bob Baker Marionette Theater’s Holiday Classics Show
LOCATION: Miracle Mile Toy Hall (5464 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90036)
WHEN: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
TICKETS: HERE
How about something small, but big picture? Bob Baker Marionette Theater returns to the Miracle Mile Toy Hall with a special show of our favorite holiday classics! Check out a heartfelt puppet show followed by a meet and greet with your favorite puppets. This is vintage LA at its very best – truly a great time for the kids!
